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Smith Rock State Park, Terrebonne, OR

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Smith Rock State Park

9241 NE Crooked River Dr · Terrebonne, OR

Why you should go…

Smith Rock State Park sits in central Oregon's high desert, where the Crooked River bends beneath cliffs of welded tuff formed from volcanic ash about 30 million years ago. It is generally considered the birthplace of modern American sport climbing, with several thousand routes. Hikers take the Misery Ridge and Summit trails for views of Monkey Face, a 350-foot spire. Watch for golden eagles, prairie falcons, mule deer and river otter.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

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